How to Make a Bracelet from Necklaces

How to Make a Bracelet from Necklaces<br /><br />Piles of bangles and retro charm bracelets have been in vogue in recent years, but a popular trend in jewelry is taking the traditional bracelet to another level.<br /><br />Put a vintage spin on the multi strand bracelet style by creating a piece using antique necklaces.<br /><br />Where to Find Vintage NecklacesDig through jewelry boxes to see if there are any old pieces of costume jewelry that might be usable in a bracelet design. To clean vintage items, put a few drops of soap into a cup of water. Dip one end of a Q Tip into the cup and blot onto a tissue or cloth. Include a variety of materials and sizes of beads, stones, etc. Types of clasps include box clasps, toggle clasps, lobster clasps, and spring ring clasps. Creating a chunky, glamorous bracelet from strands of vintage necklaces is a unique way to put antique items to new use.